Job Description

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Upperthong J I & N School

Hours

29

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Upperthong Junior & Infant School, Burnlee Road, Holmfirth, HD9 2LE

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

Fixed Term until 31/08/2026

Grade

Grade 5

Salary

17,043 - 17,314

EDUCATIONAL TEACHING ASSISTANT

Working hours: Monday-Friday 8.45-3.30pm (29 hrs) fixed term until August 31st 2026 pending a review of SEND requirements across the school

Start Date: November 3rd 2025

Grade 5 Teaching Assistant

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and hardworking person as a Teaching Assistant, initially in KS2, providing general class support along with some tailored support for children with specific needs.


Upperthong J&I is a warm and welcoming school that is committed to ensuring that the children are at the heart of everything we do.


We pride ourselves in providing a safe, happy and caring environment, where all children are proud to 'Learn, Achieve and Belong.'


We are looking for someone who:

Has a proven track record of nurturing and engaging positively with children. Wants to make a difference to children. Is flexible and able to work well as part of a team. Is willing to undertake training, as required. Is positive and enthusiastic about working with children. Enjoys a challenge and embraces change.

We can offer you:

A warm, welcoming, inclusive school with a friendly, enthusiastic and dedicated team of teachers and support staff. Fantastic children who love learning and are proud of our school. Excellent opportunities to develop professionally and grow in your role. A genuine opportunity to make a difference.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an amazing school.


Ofsted February 2023: 'Pupils flourish at Upperthong Junior and Infant School. Relationships between adults and pupils are kind and respectful. Leaders have provided a broad and interesting curriculum for all pupils. They make sure this includes those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). As a result, pupils thoroughly enjoy coming to school.'


Upperthong J&I School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.


Further information can be found by visiting www.upperthongschool.co.uk or by arranging to come and look round our wonderful school.

We look forward to receiving applications from interested parties who should note that we have an expectation that the personal specification will be addressed in full. Failure to address the personal specification will result in a candidate not being shortlisted.

Completed forms should be returned directly to the school by post or by email to carolyn.littlewood@upperthongschool.co.uk by Friday October 3rd at 3pm. Interviews should be held on Wednesday October 15th.

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the /Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date

03 October 2025, 3:00 PM